Quick Answer

Fence Installation Cost in Denver (2026)

Average cost in Denver

US$4,129avg

US$1,500 — US$10,500

US$16 — US$60 per sq ft

+5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Front Range

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and post-setting

US$2,125 — US$5,250

50%

Materials

Fencing panels, posts, and concrete

US$1,700 — US$4,200

40%

Site Preparation

Old fence removal and grading

US$300 — US$800

7%

Permits & Fees

Denver zoning and building permits

US$50 — US$210

3%

🧾Sales Tax (2.9%) — Colorado
Base cost + $120 tax$4,249

Sales Tax at 2.9%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Posts & concrete footings
  • Rails & pickets/panels
  • Hardware
  • Standard gate (1)
  • Labor & installation
  • Demolition of old fence

Typically Excludes

  • Premium materials (wrought iron, composite)
  • Extra gates
  • Painting or staining
  • Permits
  • Grading & land prep

Based on a standard 150 linear ft wood privacy fence, 6 ft tall.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$8,075

US$6,460 — US$9,690

Based on 12 sources and market data for Denver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$3,932

Today

US$4,129

Fence Installation in Denver is 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$197 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Denver

Verified providers
🔨

Andrew-Thomas Contractors - A Denver Fence Company

1210 W Custer Pl, Denver, CO 80209, USA

4.9
★★★★½

218 reviews

🔨

FenceRight Company

1193 S Inca St, Denver, CO 80223, USA

4.9
★★★★½

132 reviews

🔨

Stand Strong Fencing

3201 S Zuni St C, Englewood, CO 80110, USA

4.9
★★★★½

143 reviews

🔨

Superior Fence & Rail of Denver

5180 Smith Rd Suite E, Denver, CO 80216, USA

4.8
★★★★½

628 reviews

🔨

Denver Fence Guys

5455 Dahlia St Unit b, Commerce City, CO 80022, USA

4.8
★★★★½

520 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In Denver, a zoning permit is required for any fence over 4 feet in a front yard or over 6 feet in a side or rear yard. Permit fees typically range from $50 to $210 depending on the project valuation.

Due to Denver's frost line and expansive clay soil, posts should be set at least 30 to 36 inches deep. This prevents 'heaving' during freeze-thaw cycles, which is a common cause of fence failure in the Front Range.

Western Red Cedar remains the most popular choice due to its natural resistance to the intense Colorado sun and dry climate. It typically costs between $35 and $55 per linear foot installed.

Sloped or rocky terrain, common in the foothills and certain Denver neighborhoods, can add $3 to $10 per linear foot in additional labor costs for custom 'stepping' or specialized excavation equipment.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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